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Red Yeast Rice

product on market Capsule Sylvan Wellness Safety: 100/100
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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Organic red yeast rice contains monacolin K, which has strong evidence for lowering LDL cholesterol levels. Research indicates it functions similarly to statins by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme. However, evidence coverage for this specific formulation is limited.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

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Label for Red Yeast Rice
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Label Data

2 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Market median: 1000.0mg (223 products) 11 studies (A:0, B:5)

Other Ingredients

organic Brown Rice organic Soy Vegetarian Capsule
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take two (2) capsules once per day with water at mealtimes or as directed by licensed healthcare practitioner. You may take up to four (4) capsules daily (morning and evening) for maximum benefits.

Warnings & Precautions

WARNING: Do not use if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, breastfeeding, or under the age of twenty. Individuals with liver disease or those currently taking statins or other medications should consult with a licensed healthcare practitioner prior to use.

Should not be taken in combination with grapefruit products.

This product contains a chemical know to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Do not exceed four (4) capsules in a 24-hour period. Do not use if tamper seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation Notes

Certified Organic by Quality Assurance International

Made with organic Red Yeast Rice

100% Vegetarian

Non-GMO

Contains no artificial colors, flavors, corn, lactose, sugar or preservatives.

Additional Information

Sylvan Wellness Red Yeast Rice is produced by Sylvan Bio, Inc., the only U.S. producer of red yeast rice. This product is 100% grown, produced and bottled in the United States. Every batch is rigorously tested for consistency and quality. Red Yeast Rice is designed to be used by adults to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels, in combination with a healthy lifestyle.

This product was bottled according to the Natural Products Association's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

QUALITY ASSURANCE INTERNATIONAL CERTIFIED ORGANIC

Helps maintain healthy LDL Cholesterol levels

600 mg U.S grown

Grown & Manufactured in the USA

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU8 13892 00120 4
DSLD Entry Date2015-07-24
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
BrandSylvan Wellness
DSLD ID47183
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

13
Research Sources
53
Avg Quality
5
Rct
5
Meta Analysis
2
Clinical Trial
1
Regulatory Source
B Impact of red yeast rice supplementation on lipid profile: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials
Meta Analysis Expert review of clinical pharmacology 2023 PubMed DOI
B Low Dose Monacolin K Combined with Coenzyme Q10, Grape Seed, and Olive Leaf Extracts Lowers LDL Cholesterol in Patients with Mild Dyslipidemia: A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial
Rct Nutrients 2023 PubMed DOI
B Original Research: The Effects of Red Yeast Rice Supplementation on Cholesterol Levels in Adults
Meta Analysis The American journal of nursing 2017 PubMed DOI
B Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Test the Effects of a Nutraceutical Combination Monacolin K-Free on the Lipid and Inflammatory Profile of Subjects with Hypercholesterolemia
Rct Nutrients 2022 PubMed DOI
B Low dose red yeast rice with monacolin K lowers LDL cholesterol and blood pressure in Japanese with mild dyslipidemia: A multicenter, randomized trial
Rct Asia Pacific journal of clinical nutrition 2021 PubMed DOI
C Impact of Monacolin K-Containing Supplements on Lipid Profile: A Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
Meta Analysis Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism 2026 PubMed DOI
C Traditional Chinese lipid-lowering agent red yeast rice results in significant LDL reduction but safety is uncertain - a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Atherosclerosis 2015 PubMed DOI
C Effects of a nutraceutical combination containing berberine (BRB), policosanol, and red yeast rice (RYR), on lipid profile in hypercholesterolemic patients: A meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Meta Analysis Clinica e investigacion en arteriosclerosis : publicacion oficial de la Sociedad Espanola de Arteriosclerosis 2016 PubMed DOI
C Can red yeast rice and olive extract improve lipid profile and cardiovascular risk in metabolic syndrome?: A double blind, placebo controlled randomized trial
Rct BMC complementary and alternative medicine 2015 PubMed DOI
C No additional cholesterol-lowering effect observed in the combined treatment of red yeast rice and Lactobacillus casei in hyperlipidemic patients: A double-blind randomized controlled clinical trial
Rct Chinese journal of integrative medicine 2017 PubMed DOI
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